Graduate/Junior Software Engineer
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Position Overview & Specifications
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Graduate / Junior Software Engineer with a leading supplier of high-specification data acquisition, analysis, monitoring and storage systems. The company provides solutions and expertise for a range of industrial and engineering applications to a wide range of blue-chip clients in Europe and North America, particularly in the aero engine (more generally, gas turbine) sector.
The Graduate / Junior Software Engineer will work with the hardware and software teams to help develop further the innovative, bespoke software suite. The main responsibilities will entail developing and delivering quality, maintainable software within given (and sometimes challenging) time-scales.
You will have graduated with (or be forecast to graduate with) a good degree (minimum 2.2) in a Science or Engineering discipline:
- Mathematics
- Electronic Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Physics
- Computer Science
New Graduate Candidates should be able to demonstrate some capability in object-oriented design and coding in C++/C/STL e.g. a programming module undertaken at university. Equally acceptable is self-taught coding/programming.
Junior Level Candidates should have at least one year’s working experience coding in C++/C/STL. Knowledge of C++ Builder would be an advantage but is not essential; experience within other development environments is acceptable.
Knowledge of writing multi-threaded and networked applications is desirable but not essential.
Familiarity with any of the following technical areas would be a further advantage:
- Digital signal processing
- Boost libraries
- SQL databases
- Real-time systems
- Graphical user interface design and implementation.
A working knowledge of either German or Mandarin would be of exceptional interest.
Please note that candidates invited to interview will be asked to sit a C++ technical test; please do be prepared for this. In addition, new graduates will be required to demonstrate their coding capability by providing examples of code written for an academic module or a project undertaken personally.
Candidates must be UK Nationals or Nationals of NATO member countries. Benefits include private health cover (subject to medical acceptance by the provider), a company bonus scheme and access to a pension scheme.
Job Type: Permanent
Job Title: Graduate / Junior Software Engineer
Salary: £21,000 - £27,000 + Benefits
Location: Godalming, Surrey
Please send your CV/résumé to careers@hgl-dynamics.com
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Computer Hardware Development
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Graduate/Junior Software Engineer roles across HGL Dynamics's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Computer Hardware Development.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £21,000 - £27,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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